Usability EngineeringMorgan Kaufmann, 23.09.1994 - 362 Seiten Written by the author of the best-selling HyperText & HyperMedia, this book is an excellent guide to the methods of usability engineering. The book provides the tools needed to avoid usability surprises and improve product quality. Step-by-step information on which method to use at various stages during the development lifecycle are included, along with detailed information on how to run a usability test and the unique issues relating to international usability. * Emphasizes cost-effective methods that developers can implement immediately * Instructs readers about which methods to use when, throughout the development lifecycle, which ultimately helps in cost-benefit analysis. * Shows readers how to avoid the four most frequently listed reasons for delay in software projects. * Includes detailed information on how to run a usability test. * Covers unique issues of international usability. * Features an extensive bibliography allowing readers to find additional information. * Written by an internationally renowned expert in the field and the author of the best-selling HyperText & HyperMedia. |
Inhalt
Executive Summary | 1 |
What Is Usability? | 23 |
Generations of User Interfaces | 49 |
The Usability Engineering Lifecycle | 71 |
Usability Heuristics | 115 |
Usability Testing | 165 |
Usability Assessment Methods beyond | 207 |
Interface Standards | 227 |
Chapter 10 | 255 |
Appendix | 269 |
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Important Monographs and Collections | 294 |
B 9 | 304 |
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International User Interfaces | 237 |
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